System Design of a S-band Solid-state Transmitter in Satellite-borne SAR

Abstract

The system design of a S-band solid-state transmitter in satellite-borne SAR is introduced. A series of critical technologies, such as high reliability, environmental adaptability, and structure miniaturization, which are necessary in satellite applications, are analyzed and discussed. The technologies are experimentally verified at different periods. Multichannel combined technology is used for the transmitter, and the output peak power is more than 3 kW. Because of the high efficiency, small size, lightweight, and high power, it is especially applicable in small satellite platforms.

Keywords

• Satellite-borne SAR
• Solid-state transmitter
• S band
• Power amplifier module
• Power combine